- CancerCare
U.S. national nonprofit organization that provides free professional support services to anyone affected by cancer: people with cancer, caregivers, children, loved ones, and the bereaved. CancerCare programs include counseling, education, financial assistance and practical help, and are provided by trained oncology social workers and are completely free of charge. Site in English and Spanish.
www.cancercare.org
- Cancer BACUP UK
Information written by cancer specialists for patients, on all aspects of cancer including diagnosis and treatment, as well as U.K. counselling and resources.
www.cancerbacup.org.uk
- Gilda's Club (22)
dir.yahoo.com/.../Support/Gilda_s_Club
- fertileHOPE
Nonprofit organization dedicated to helping cancer patients faced with infertility.
www.fertilehope.org
- BC Cancer Agency (BCCA)@
dir.yahoo.com/.../Organizations/BC_Cancer_Agency__BCCA_
- Association of Oncology Social Workers
Nonprofit, international organization dedicated to the enhancement of psychosocial services.
www.aosw.org
- Chemo Angels
Dedicated to adding a ray of sunshine to the lives of those undergoing treatment for cancer.
www.chemoangels.com
- Wellspring - Cancer Support Centre
Provides a comprehensive range of cancer support programs and services with the aim of meeting the emotional, social and informational needs of people living with cancer.
www.wellspring.ca
- Lesbian Community Cancer Project - Chicago, IL
Provides support, information, education, advocacy, and direct services to lesbian and non-lesbian women with a focus on cancer related issues.
www.lccp.org
- Life Raft Group, The
Support group for care givers and patients dealing with Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor (GIST) and the drug Glivec.
www.liferaftgroup.org
- Gillette Women's Cancer Connection
Providing emotional support for women with cancer and their families and friends.
www.gillettecancerconnect.org
- Cancervive
Provides services and educational materials for cancer patients, survivors, and family members as they deal with the aftermath of the disease.
www.cancervive.org
- Cancer Wellness Center
Offering free emotional and psychological support to cancer patients.
www.cancerwellness.org
- GIST Support International
Support and education for patients and others interested in GIST (Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor).
www.gistsupport.org
- Oesophageal Patients Association (OPA)
Founded by oesophageal cancer patients in the U.K. to help other patients and their families.
www.opa.org.uk
- Cancer As A Turning Point
Psychotherapy workshops for people with cancer.
www.cancerasaturningpoint.org
- Cam Neely Foundation
Provides housing and support services for families of both adult and pediatric patients undergoing cancer treatment at New England Medical Center.
www.camneelyfoundation.com
- Shop Well With You
Helps women with a history of cancer improve their quality of life by using clothing as a creative means towards wellness.
www.shopwellwithyou.org
- Cancer Family Care
Provides counseling and support services to cancer patients and families in Ohio and Kentucky.
www.cancerfamilycare.org
- Cancer Community Center - South Portland, Maine
Offers support and networking groups, lectures, workshops, and social events for individuals and families living with cancer.
www.cancercommunitycenter.org
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